<ul><li>In toxic environments, implementing Scrum can be challenging as resistance to change is high.</li><li>Some organizations resist agility, making it tough for Scrum Masters to instill change.</li><li>Getting fired isn't glorified, it could mean pushing too hard in an unready organization.</li><li>Scrum values like transparency face obstacles in toxic environments where they are undermined.</li><li>Transparency in toxic cultures may lead to concealment of issues for safety.</li><li>Scrum Masters must understand the human aspects of change, not just implement frameworks.</li><li>Challenging the heroic narrative, effective change requires understanding and building trust.</li><li>Scrum Masters need to reflect on their approach and impact to ensure they are aiding positive change.</li><li>Navigating toxic environments means coaching empathetically and celebrating small shifts.</li><li>Transparency should be about guiding towards a solution, not imposing truth aggressively.</li></ul>

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